KINGSTON, NY — Longtime Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack announced Tuesday that she is retiring, effective August 22.
Postupack’s tenure was “marked by her dedication to public service, preservation of Ulster County’s rich history and a deep commitment to community service,” a statement said.
Postupack began her career in the Ulster County Clerk’s office in 1979 and rose quickly through the ranks. She was appointed deputy county clerk in 1982 and chief deputy county clerk in 1990. In 2006, Postupack made history when she became the first woman elected Ulster County Clerk. “Over the years, she has transformed the Clerk’s office into a beacon of public service, distinguished by transparency, accessibility and historic preservation,” the announcement said.
During her tenure, Postupack led numerous initiatives that brought the county’s services closer to the community, the statement said.
She introduced “Passport Nights” at city halls to make it easier for citizens to apply for passports. Her efforts also extended to working with other county offices on “Mobile Government” to “ensure that essential services are accessible to those who cannot visit the county office in person,” the statement said.
“Recognizing the need for greater convenience, she implemented extended hours at the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) and gave lectures to educate seniors about the services available to them,” the statement said.
Postupack’s passion for history led to the creation of an archival exhibit space in the Ulster County Office Building that showcases the county’s past. She also oversaw the completion of the digitization of the land records, a feat that ensures these records are preserved and easily accessible to the public.
In addition, under her leadership, archives staff have given local history presentations to community groups, schools and historic preservation organizations, promoting public knowledge and appreciation of Ulster County’s cultural heritage, the statement said.
Postupack is an active member of the community, serving on numerous boards and committees, including the Hudson River Maritime Museum, the Ulster County Boys and Girls Club, and the Ulster County Italian American Foundation.
She has received numerous awards, including the Roger W. Mabie Award, the Martha Washington Woman of History Award, and the Clement I. Angstrom Distinguished Citizen Award.
“It has been an honor to serve the people of Ulster County for the past 45 years,” Postupack said in a statement. “I am grateful for the support of my colleagues, residents and family throughout my career. I know the Clerk’s Office is in capable hands and will continue to serve the community with the same dedication and integrity.”
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